Former Labour MP and cartoonist Martin Rowson has criticized Keir Starmer’s migration deal with France. The deal, aimed at reducing asylum claims, was seen as inadequate by Rowson, who believes it fails to address the root causes of migration. Source: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/picture/2025/jul/11/martin-rowson-keir-starmer-migration-deal-france-cartoon-emmanuel-macron
The United States has introduced sweeping changes to its non-immigrant visa policy for citizens of four African countries – Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, and Nigeria. As part of the “global reciprocity realignment”, nearly all visas issued to these countries will be single-entry and valid for only three months. This shift marks a significant departure from previous … Read more
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval for Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine, Spikevax, in children aged 6 months to 11 years who are at a higher risk of the disease. The vaccine was previously available under emergency use authorization for this group. CDC Director Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stated that routine … Read more
ByteDance, the parent company of popular social media app TikTok, is facing backlash from employees who were recently laid off in a round of cost-cutting measures. The layoffs have sparked concerns over the company’s internal work culture, with some former employees sharing their experiences of working long hours and being assigned critical projects without clear … Read more
The US House of Representatives has announced that it will dedicate the week of July 14th to discussing and voting on three key pieces of legislation related to cryptocurrency regulation. The “Crypto Week” initiative aims to establish a clear regulatory framework for digital assets, safeguard consumers and investors, and permanently block the creation of a … Read more
The US Senate appropriations committee has rejected President Donald Trump’s proposal to cut NASA science funding by 47%. The bill, which provides $7.3 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, would reject Trump’s budget cuts and maintain funding for key programs. The bipartisan bill, sponsored by Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kansas) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland), initially … Read more
Walmart is recalling approximately 850,000 water bottles due to safety concerns. The recall affects Ozark Trail 64 oz. Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottles sold exclusively at the retail giant. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the lid of these bottles can forcefully eject when opened, causing “serious impact and laceration hazards.” The agency … Read more
Justin Bieber has released his surprise album “Swag”, four years after his last studio effort. The album has received lukewarm reviews from critics, who praise its moments of brilliance but criticize its overall coherence. The Guardian awarded the album three stars, calling it a “moments of brilliance” but stating that it is not a long-awaited … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) snapped its three-week winning streak, marking the end of a period of significant gains. This comes amid growing tensions between the US and Canada over tariffs, with President Trump threatening to impose higher levies on Canadian goods. The S&P 500 Index slipped from its record high as investors awaited … Read more
Apple devices are known for their premium pricing, making Prime Day an excellent opportunity to snag discounts on top picks. This year’s deals include significant savings on the MacBook Air, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds. For those in need of a new laptop, the M4 MacBook Air is a powerful computer that … Read more